IBM Z Xplore is a fun, challenge-based learning platform available globally at no cost, with no prior knowledge required and open to all faculties! Get hands-on experience to learn in-demand IBM Z® skills to help build a career in enterprise computing, which powers 68 per cent of all worldwide transactions. Mainframe is a growing field, with significant workforce transitions over the next five years.
Important details:
- IBM is hosting a Career Fair for all those who complete the badge in Nov 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in LRW 1055
- Join us for an information session from IBM – Z representatives, and employers from major industries utilizing mainframe technologies
- Free to students from all disciplines and includes complementary dinner
- If you have general questions about this event or session, contact us through the live chat on our website, available Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Click the “Chat with us” button to get started
- Click here to register
- For support outside of our live chat hours, email careers@mcmaster.ca
More about the IBM – Z Xplore Program:
Earn digital badges that qualify you to participate in IBM Z Virtual Career Fairs and showcase your skills to employers. You will learn:
- Fundamentals and concepts: Learn about data sets and coding languages such as JCL, Python and USS using the VS Code modern application. Get introduced to IBM Z security, enterprise scalability and more.
- Advanced: Get hands-on learning around REXX, COBOL, Linux®, VSAM, REGEX, JCL, Python, Db2® and more.
- Extended: Expand your skills with hands-on learning around TSO/ISPF, Node.js, machine learning, Ansible® and more.